This Week's Roommates loved Monterey Bar's retro vibe and throwback flare. The vinyl tunes were amazing, the atmosphere was excellent, and the vegan smoked tofu burger was delicious.. not to mention the liquored iced soda selection! Definitely recommend!
I've only been to Monterey once but for a small joint it made a big impression. Good if you like carpet and vinyl with a splash of quirk and a dash of old fashioned milk bar. Oh...and then there's the beer!
In my opinion, Monterey serve the best burgers in Wellington. It's hard to go past the fried chicken burger, all ways with a side of their hand cut fries. In saying that the pulled pork burger also does good things to me! Value for money is exceptional and service is always on point. The bartender knows his way around a margarita (if that's what you're feeling) and of course there's always a variety of nice beer on tap and in the fridge. Neato!
Wow. They closed. I was sad.
And then reopened.
The food is still good. Economical. In keeping with the original philosophy.
Counter guy has character and chef has obvious skill. I look forward to getting fat here
Well maybe a bit portly.
Recommended. Cost 2 of us 56 bucks for maIns and 3 sides.
Bohemian without the scummy edge that usually goes with it..
10/10 recommend!! Been here twice now, amazing every time. Staff is SUPER friendly and polite - dealing with any hiccups very well. Tonight especially seemed like a very hectic night. Several problems arose and with a full house of customers, the staff handled everything calmly and professionally - they even offered us a couple of colas on the house as an apology for the wait! We politely declined but highly appreciated the offer. When we finally got our takeaway dinner, it was incredible! I had the fish burger and onion rings, my friend had the portobello mushroom. Again, INCREDIBLE! Will definitely be getting those again! Great job guys 😁😁
Had a halloumi vegetarian burger as a takeaway option while at a work meeting. Was really good and makes me want to visit and give the restaurant a go. Love the outside of this place too, looks rustic!
Amazing food! Would go back anytime. Super chill atmosphere and awesome music. The tables are covered in paper so you can draw on them which is more fun than it should be for an adult. I had the Halloumi burger with fried pickles as a side and it was delicious.
Ordered the pulled pork burger combo (including Lime & Cranberry Dry and a side of slaw). Probably one of the best pulled pork burgers that I have tasted! Pork was really nice and the slaw was awesome. Definitely recommend.
Probably the best burgers in Wellington. Nice little place - record player, warm and cosy, you can draw on the tables, and now they have a new thing where you can design the burger of the week, which is pretty nifty... Also the burger buns are house made (the chef's buns are heaven made.. if you get what I mean.... )
Had the chicken burger and root 'n rye cocktail - everything was great! Service was great too - even though it was full it didn't take long for the food to come out.
Awesome place and atmosphere for hanging out with friends and having a couple of burgers and fries. I really enjoyed the fish burger. I really love the bread that they use - super soft and delicious!
This Week's Roommates' writers loved the retro ambiance and modern take some old school diner favourites. The smoked tofu burger was delicious, as were the thin-cut seasoned fries. Not to mention their range of liquored iced sodas... what more could we ask for? The service was excellent.. Billie-Jo was friendly and helpful, and the courtyard out back had a laid-back, vintage vibe with fold out beach chairs and stings of colored light bulbs. Excellent vinyl tunes as well!
Really awesome place. Great vibes. The burgers are genuinely fantastic. A little bit of a wait if it is busy but definitely worth it.
The wait staff are really chill. This place is perfect for any occasion.
Cute little bar. You can sometimes meet an anonymous artist who just drank and left. :)
Great food and beer on offer here. Homely sort of feel with super friendly staff. Seating is a bit old (happy to see upcycling though) and not the most comfortable depending on where you sit .. But just choose a good seat and you'll be sure to have a grand time here
A great place to find some peace and quiet with a great range of wine and beer. All my encounters have been amazing except my last (hence 4 stars) I guess a customer shouldn't have to ask for service while staff stood behind the bar chatting! But in saying that there was a discount given due the mistake. Happily go back and a great place to try new wines due to the selections and staff knowledge.
Another lovely meal. Paper tablecloth for kids (and not so young!) to draw on. Relaxed atmosphere. Great music. The crumbed chicken was yum!
I got a fried chicken burger when I came in for a late lunch on Saturday and, while it wasn't anything fancy, it hit the spot. I was pretty happy to have the place much to myself and to be left to my own devices in this laid back cafe/bar.
The burgers were great! Everything was very fresh and extremely tasty. Will happily come back again for another burger and beer :-)
A staple of the Wellington gastro scene, Monterey has grown a lot in recent years now performing as the kind of bar you wish there were more of. Superb and eclectic offerings of craft beer from across the country, including Behemoth, Moa, and Kereru.
The dismally bad red office chairs have become Monterey's trademark, and these are offset by interiors that truly speak to Monterey's role as Newtown's local bar.
Just to keep you sober, the bar also offers quality nibbles and a
Burger menu that will tempt the already-full.
Go here for the authentic experience of good food and drink in good company.
Good burgers, nice beer. Soba accepted. Funky pAper table cloths for doodles. I love the wall art. Always has good music
Awesome burgers. Isaac and crew was very welcoming. Local brews and good times. Defo recommend
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